Job Description
About Arena Club
If you’re fascinated by sports cards and memorabilia, your search ends here. Arena Club is pioneering the collectibles domain by introducing the first-ever digital card show. Spearheaded by 5x World Series Champion Derek Jeter and serial entrepreneur Brian Lee, Arena Club has developed a fully digital marketplace. This innovative platform is built on trust, transparency, and fun, featuring grading & authentication, vaulting, and digital pack openings for collectors to build and showcase their collections in a personalized online showroom from anywhere in the world.
About the Role
We’re seeking a creative and motivated Graphic Design Intern to join our Santa Monica office for a hands-on summer internship. You’ll work directly with our two full-time designers (both RISD alumni) to support Arena Club’s fast-paced marketing team. From social ads to email graphics to digital promos, you’ll help design eye-catching assets that reach trading card collectors and hobbyists.
This is a great opportunity to gain real-world experience at a high-growth startup where your work will be seen—and make an impact—every single day.
What You’ll Do
• Design digital assets for web, email, social media, and in-app promotion
• Contribute to ongoing marketing campaigns, product launches, and seasonal promotions
• Collaborate with designers and marketers on creative brainstorms and execution
• Help maintain consistency with Arena Club’s visual identity and brand guidelines
• Work quickly and flexibly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Who You Are
• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or related field (Juniors and Seniors preferred)
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Photoshop and Illustrator)
• A strong portfolio showcasing digital design work (school projects welcome)
• Passion for branding, typography, layout, and creating for digital platforms
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field
• 1–3 years of professional graphic design experience (agency, in-house, or freelance)
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (After Effects a plus)
• Portfolio that demonstrates strong design fundamentals across digital channels
• Experience creating assets for social media, email, and digital marketing
• Excellent sense of typography, color, and layout
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
• Passion for sports, trading cards, or collectibles
• Experience working in a fast paced, high growth startup environment
Internship Details
• Location: Santa Monica, CA (In-Office, 5 Days/Week)
• Duration: 6–8 Weeks | Summer 2026
The Arena Club Standard
Life at Arena Club isn’t for the faint of heart — and that’s by design. We’re building products and experiences the collectibles world has never seen. This is a proving ground. It demands your best every single day, because anything less means you’re falling behind.
From day one, you’re in the game. Trusted to deliver, expected to own outcomes, and driven to raise the bar higher than you thought possible. We don’t just execute — we innovate, compete, and win together.
If you want routine or predictability, you won’t find it here. But if you’re ambitious, relentless, and hungry to prove yourself on a team built to dominate — step into the arena. You’ll discover growth and reward here, unlike anywhere else.
The base salary range listed is a guideline. Actual compensation is determined based on skills, experience, and the impact you bring. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, and equity.
Salary Range: $22 USD - $32 USD
If you’re fascinated by sports cards and memorabilia, your search ends here. Arena Club is pioneering the collectibles domain by introducing the first-ever digital card show. Spearheaded by 5x World Series Champion Derek Jeter and serial entrepreneur Brian Lee, Arena Club has developed a fully digital marketplace. This innovative platform is built on trust, transparency, and fun, featuring grading & authentication, vaulting, and digital pack openings for collectors to build and showcase their collections in a personalized online showroom from anywhere in the world.
About the Role
We’re seeking a creative and motivated Graphic Design Intern to join our Santa Monica office for a hands-on summer internship. You’ll work directly with our two full-time designers (both RISD alumni) to support Arena Club’s fast-paced marketing team. From social ads to email graphics to digital promos, you’ll help design eye-catching assets that reach trading card collectors and hobbyists.
This is a great opportunity to gain real-world experience at a high-growth startup where your work will be seen—and make an impact—every single day.
What You’ll Do
• Design digital assets for web, email, social media, and in-app promotion
• Contribute to ongoing marketing campaigns, product launches, and seasonal promotions
• Collaborate with designers and marketers on creative brainstorms and execution
• Help maintain consistency with Arena Club’s visual identity and brand guidelines
• Work quickly and flexibly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Who You Are
• Currently pursuing a degree in Graphic Design or related field (Juniors and Seniors preferred)
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (especially Photoshop and Illustrator)
• A strong portfolio showcasing digital design work (school projects welcome)
• Passion for branding, typography, layout, and creating for digital platforms
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field
• 1–3 years of professional graphic design experience (agency, in-house, or freelance)
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator (After Effects a plus)
• Portfolio that demonstrates strong design fundamentals across digital channels
• Experience creating assets for social media, email, and digital marketing
• Excellent sense of typography, color, and layout
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
• Passion for sports, trading cards, or collectibles
• Experience working in a fast paced, high growth startup environment
Internship Details
• Location: Santa Monica, CA (In-Office, 5 Days/Week)
• Duration: 6–8 Weeks | Summer 2026
The Arena Club Standard
Life at Arena Club isn’t for the faint of heart — and that’s by design. We’re building products and experiences the collectibles world has never seen. This is a proving ground. It demands your best every single day, because anything less means you’re falling behind.
From day one, you’re in the game. Trusted to deliver, expected to own outcomes, and driven to raise the bar higher than you thought possible. We don’t just execute — we innovate, compete, and win together.
If you want routine or predictability, you won’t find it here. But if you’re ambitious, relentless, and hungry to prove yourself on a team built to dominate — step into the arena. You’ll discover growth and reward here, unlike anywhere else.
The base salary range listed is a guideline. Actual compensation is determined based on skills, experience, and the impact you bring. Total compensation includes base salary, bonus, and equity.
Salary Range: $22 USD - $32 USD
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The 3D Motion Designer position is now open for candidates interested in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector. This role in Los Angeles offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation is a plus.